Top 87 School principal Jobs in Paterson Nj

Director of a Montessori-inspired Nature School
Deep Roots School —New Vernon, NJ
- $55,000 - $60,000 a year
- Full-time
- School experience
- Mid-level
- Master's degree
- Paid holidays
- Tuition reimbursement
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Preschool Assistant Director
The Goddard School in Englewood Cliffs, NJ —Englewood Cliffs, NJ
- $40,000 - $45,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Preschool
- Bachelor's degree
- Paid holidays
- 401(k)
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Head of School
Fusion Academy —White Plains, NY
- $105,000 - $115,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- School experience
- 3 years
- Commuter assistance
- Paid holidays
Head of School
Fusion Academy —New York, NY
- $105,000 - $120,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- School experience
- High school
- Commuter assistance
- Paid holidays
Middle School STEM Assistant Principal | NYC
Zeta Charter Schools —New York, NY
- $100,000 - $120,000 a year
- Urgently hiring
- School experience
- Classroom
- Mid-level
- 403(b) matching
- Relocation assistance
Assistant School Director
Primrose School of Paramus —Ridgewood, NJ
- $50,000 - $55,000 an hour
- Full-time
- Experience working with children
- Preschool
- Children
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Principal – Islamic School
KYOZ —Bloomfield, NJ
- $75,000 - $85,000 a year
- Full-time
- School experience
- 5 years
- Master's degree
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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High School Principal
MPTCS —Newark, NJ
- From $130,000 a year
- Full-time
- High school
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Research
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Principal Secondary - New Media High School SY2026-27 (NBOE)
Newark Board of Education —Newark, NJ
- $135,300 - $169,500 a year
- High school
- Master's degree
- Visual & Performing Arts
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Vice Principal Secondary -New Media High School SY2026-27 (NBOE)
Newark Board of Education —Newark, NJ
- $106,700 - $140,000 a year
- School experience
- High school
- Master's degree
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Assistant Director - Childcare
LIGHTBRIDGE ACADEMY PARAMUS —Paramus, NJ
- $45,000 - $50,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Children
- Mentoring
- Health insurance
- 401(k)
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Education Director, Nature Preschool
Wonderforest Nature Preschool —Brooklyn, NY
- $95,000 - $100,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- School experience
- Google Workspace
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Education Director
All My Children Daycare & Nursery School —New York, NY
- $85,000 - $100,000 a year
- 8 hour shift
- School experience
- Customer service
- Computer literacy
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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School Principal
Andalusia School —Yonkers, NY
- $90,000 - $105,000 a year
- Full-time
- School experience
- Education
- Children
- Free parking
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Director of Premium Childcare Center
The Goddard School of Livingston NJ —Livingston, NJ
- $60,000 - $75,000 a year
- Full-time
- School experience
- Classroom
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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School Principal
Zeta Charter Schools —New York, NY
- $125,000 - $180,000 a year
- School experience
- 3 years
- Bachelor's degree
- 403(b) matching
- Health insurance
Assistant Principal Humanities NYC | Middle School Leadership
Zeta Charter Schools —New York, NY
- $100,000 - $120,000 a year
- Urgently hiring
- School experience
- Classroom
- English
- 403(b) matching
- Relocation assistance
Educational Director for new preschool in Bushwick, Brooklyn
Bumble Bee Preschool —Brooklyn, NY
- From $55,000 a year
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Mid-level
- Preschool
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School Principal, Promise Academy Charter School
Harlem Children's Zone —New York, NY
- $170,000 - $180,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- School experience
- 3 years
- Senior level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Preschool Assistant Director
Primrose School of West Orange —West Orange, NJ
- $50,000 - $55,000 a year
- Full-time
- School experience
- CPR Certification
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Director of a Montessori-inspired Nature School

Deep Roots School
New Vernon, NJ

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Job Details

Full-time | Contract
$55,000 - $60,000 a year

Benefits

Paid holidays
Tuition reimbursement
Paid time off
Employee discount
Professional development assistance

Qualifications

Teamwork
Bachelor's degree
Organizational skills
Community relationship building

Full Job Description

Join our leadership team as a Director at Deep Roots School!

We are seeking a leader who is committed to Christian values, Strong Leadership, a Teachable Spirit, and a Willingness to Grow into this role!

We are a Montessori-inspired nature-based school that spends 2-3 hours outside in our outdoor classroom experiencing all seasons together. Although we are a small community of 30 students (preschool-3rd grade) and 5 dedicated staff, we are a growing school community. The size of our school allows us to build meaningful relationships with each child, as well as provide individualized attention to each of our students. Our school has a true family feel among the staff, students and families. We are intentional about maintaining a supportive, collaborative, and peaceful work environment for both staff and students.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide organizational leadership aligned with our mission and values
Oversee daily school operations, ensuring a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment for the children
Support and mentor teachers, fostering a collaborative and positive team culture as well as organize monthly staff meetings to ensure teachers receive ongoing support and professional development
Work collaboratively with head teacher to guide program development with an emphasis on the Montessori method, outdoor learning, play and exploration
Manage family communications through emails, social media posts, Remind app, daily contact.
Build strong relationships with families, maintaining a warm, community-centered atmosphere
Oversee ongoing enrollment – giving school tours to interested families, maintaining a waitlist, and planning for intentional growth
Manage administrative responsibilities including scheduling substitutes, files and compliance to the state standards

Qualifications:

Master’s Degree in any field related to children or business or a Bachelor’s Degree and one year of managerial or supervisory experience is required to meet state requirements
Educational background or equivalent experience in an educational field is preferred but not required
Personal Christian faith and alignment with the school’s beliefs and mission is preferred
Love for the outdoors and nature-based learning
Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills
Ability and desire to support and encourage staff, students, and families
Commitment to fostering a close-knit, family-like school culture
While director experience is preferred, we value strong leadership, a teachable spirit, and a willingness to grow into this role

What We Offer:

A supportive community and a collaborative and family-oriented work environment
Opportunity to shape and help grow our school
Competitive salary
Paid time off, holidays, and school breaks
Tuition discounts for staff children (if applicable)
Meaningful impact on children’s development

Pay: $55,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Employee discount
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Tuition reimbursement

Work Location: In person

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Director of a Montessori-inspired Nature School

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